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Janet Beach Davis

Heartland College EASC 111

"For Earth, for each other, for tomorrow!"

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 171 THIS WEEK
  • 1,228 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    113
    meatless or vegan meals
    consumed
  • UP TO
    44
    single-use bags
    not sent to the landfill
  • UP TO
    10
    donations
    made
  • UP TO
    159
    more servings
    of fruits and vegetables
  • UP TO
    1.0
    community event
    hosted or attended
  • UP TO
    250
    minutes
    spent learning

Janet 's actions

Share My Why

Share My Why

I will share my Ecochallenge story and why I'm taking action for the planet — and earn 15 points!

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Share My Why

Take the Earth Month Ecochallenge Feedback Survey

I will take a short survey about my experience to help the Ecochallenge team improve future events, earn a chance to win a prize, and earn 15 points!

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Wildlife

Donate to Support Wildlife

There are many amazing projects supporting wildlife and their habitats. I will choose a project or organization to support that helps species and habitats I care about and make a donation.

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Wildlife

Learn the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace

Leave No Trace means enjoying nature responsibly by minimizing our impact and leaving the environment as we found it, or better. I will spend 60 minutes learning about the seven core principles to minimize my impact while enjoying the outdoors.

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Wildlife

Enjoy a Meatless Meal

Producing 1 kg of beef emits as much greenhouse gas as driving 150 miles, meanwhile, 1 kg of veggies or grains leaves a much lighter footprint! This week, I’ll shrink my climate impact by having 3 meatless meals and/or 1 vegan meals each day.

COMPLETED 24
DAILY ACTIONS

Wildlife

Use Reusable Bags

Plastic bags do not always end up in landfills and if they aren't properly disposed of. In nature, they can be mistaken for food by many wild animals and harm wildlife. When I go shopping, I will be sure to bring my own bags to reduce waste and the chance that plastic bags could find their way into wildlife habitats.

COMPLETED 24
DAILY ACTIONS

Health and Well-Being

Enjoy Fruits and Veggies

Adding fruits and vegetables to our meals nourishes our body and the planet. I will prepare and enjoy 5 servings of a variety of colorful fruits and veggies.

COMPLETED 24
DAILY ACTIONS

Health and Well-Being

Learn About Local Environmental Justice Concerns

Environmental issues often impact marginalized communities the most. I will spend 60 minutes researching environmental justice concerns in my region, who is affected by them, and local initiatives to address these concerns.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Wildlife

Learn to be a Responsible Tourist

Being a responsible tourist means not disturbing wildlife and choosing eco-friendly tour operators and destinations that prioritize wildlife conservation and respect animal welfare. I will spend 60 minutes researching ways to travel responsibly to ensure my adventures support, rather than harm, wildlife and their habitats.

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Wildlife

Plant (or Adopt) a Plant

Landscaping with native plants, gardening, and having plants inside can have benefits for nature and our health. I will plant or adopt a new plant or grow one from seeds and post a photo of it to the feed.

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Sustainable Innovation

Choose a Product Made with Sustainable Materials

Every choice matters. I will purchase or switch to products made from sustainable or recycled materials to support innovation and reduce environmental impact.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Wildlife

Learn to Grow Plants Your Way

Growing plants can be rewarding and can create habitats big and small for wildlife. And, we can grow things almost anywhere! I will spend 60 minutes researching options for growing plants either inside or outside.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Community and Connection

Attend a Local Event

Local events such as farmers' markets, festivals, or community meetings like town halls are great ways to feel part of a community. I will attend 2 community events to connect with others and learn more about my area.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Participant Feed

Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.

To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?


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    Janet Beach Davis 4/24/2025 9:13 PM
    • TEAM CAPTAIN
    • Educator 🧠
    • 17-DAY STREAK
    What a beautiful day to be outside! First sunburn of the season.

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    Janet Beach Davis 4/23/2025 6:43 PM
    • TEAM CAPTAIN
    • Educator 🧠
    • 17-DAY STREAK
    We are winding down, but look at what we’ve done so far!

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      laine Han 4/23/2025 6:48 PM
      • Plant-Based Foodie 🥬
      • 17-DAY STREAK
      Wishing your all the best

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    Janet Beach Davis 4/22/2025 8:36 PM
    • TEAM CAPTAIN
    • Educator 🧠
    • 17-DAY STREAK
    Why do I do this? Because I love showing students how important they are. Every little thing is so important, and everyone of us matters.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Wildlife
    Are you a gardener or house plant lover? Why or why not? What do you need to elevate your plant care skills?

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    Janet Beach Davis 4/22/2025 8:34 PM
    • TEAM CAPTAIN
    • Educator 🧠
    • 17-DAY STREAK
    I really love outdoor plants because they are more independent. I forget to water houseplants.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Sustainable Innovation
    What sustainable product did you purchase, and how does it align with your values?

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    Janet Beach Davis 4/20/2025 9:46 PM
    • TEAM CAPTAIN
    • Educator 🧠
    • 17-DAY STREAK
    I made a grocery bag from some leftover fabric to use instead of plastic bags. I keep my bags in my car so they are always ready when I need them .
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Community and Connection
    What did you enjoy or learn from attending a local event in your community? How did participating in this event deepen your connection to your local area?

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    Janet Beach Davis 4/20/2025 9:45 PM
    • TEAM CAPTAIN
    • Educator 🧠
    • 17-DAY STREAK
    I attended a protest this weekend, and the best part was that there were so many students there! It was so good to see that there are a lot of people willing to stand up for human rights for everyone, and to resist the path our country is taking.

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    Janet Beach Davis 4/20/2025 9:37 PM
    • TEAM CAPTAIN
    • Educator 🧠
    • 17-DAY STREAK
    Only ten days left! Look at the impact we have had in only 20 days!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Wildlife
    How did it feel to plant something, and what kind of gardening did you do (indoors, hydroponic, outside in a garden, etc)? What did you plant and where? Feel free to share a photo to the feed!

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    Janet Beach Davis 4/15/2025 2:46 PM
    • TEAM CAPTAIN
    • Educator 🧠
    • 17-DAY STREAK
    So I was gifted a plant, and now I need to find a good place to keep it. I have a cat and I was gifted a peace lily, which is beautiful, but very toxic to cats. So let's see how it will do in my office.

    • Lisa Brenskelle's avatar
      Lisa Brenskelle 4/15/2025 3:53 PM
      • TEAM CAPTAIN
      • 15-DAY STREAK
      You will enjoy looking at it in your office each day.

    • Adrain Paul's avatar
      Adrain Paul 4/15/2025 3:18 PM
      • Earth Advocate 📣
      • 18-DAY STREAK
      A peace lily is beautiful but toxic to cats. Keeping it in your office is a great idea. Ensure it gets indirect sunlight, keep the soil moist, and maintain a stable temperature.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Wildlife
    How difficult was this challenge for you? What made it easy or difficult?

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    Janet Beach Davis 4/14/2025 8:03 PM
    • TEAM CAPTAIN
    • Educator 🧠
    • 17-DAY STREAK
    This was fairly easy. If I forgot my reusable bag, I just didn’t use one or got a paper bag for my recycling later.

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    Janet Beach Davis 4/14/2025 8:03 PM
    • TEAM CAPTAIN
    • Educator 🧠
    • 17-DAY STREAK
    Ok, I have to adopt a plant. Help me out. What should I get?

    • Olivia Nelson's avatar
      Olivia Nelson 4/22/2025 10:07 AM
      • Exercise Lover 🤸
      • 14-DAY STREAK
      A spider plant! It also is not toxic to cats! I have a couple around my house and they have many benefits to them!